passivate verb trans. ['pasɪveɪt] E20.
[from PASSIVE + -ATE³.]
1. Make (metal) passive or inert, esp. by altering the surface layer, in order to prevent corrosion etc. E20.

2. Coat (a semiconductor) with inert material to protect it from contamination. M20.

■ passi'vation noun E20.

■ passivator noun a passivating agent M20.

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